When a parent doesn’t live close to their child, they need to find ways to continue to foster the relationship with their child. One option for doing this is to use technology to stay in touch. Virtual visits utilize options like text messages, emails and video chats...
Rhode Island Family Law Blog
Choosing between no-fault and fault-based divorce in Rhode Island
Like other states, Rhode Island offers no-fault as well as fault-based divorce opportunities. Most people choose no-fault divorce, which only requires that the spouse who files cites “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for their decision. This typically helps...
Can you keep your house if you get divorced?
If you and your spouse get divorced, you may decide to sell your house. After all, as co-owners, you each deserve a share of the property in the divorce. Selling the house and dividing the proceeds is often the simplest way to handle this. However, there may be...
Long-distance parenting and custody planning in Rhode Island
Divorce is never easy, and when children are involved, the challenges and concerns typically increase. Long-distance parenting, where one parent lives far from the child, adds another layer of complexity. With planning and cooperation, you can obtain a custody and...
3 ways that divorce can reduce retirement savings
It takes years of planning to ensure financial stability during retirement. Most professionals save for decades to enjoy their lives after leaving full-time employment. They set money aside in special accounts and may invest their resources to increase their value...
Can moving out during divorce make you lose the marital home?
If you are facing a divorce in Rhode Island and are considering moving out of the marital home, you may be wondering how this decision may affect your claim to the property. It is a common concern, as many people worry that leaving their house could hurt their chances...
How might adultery impact a Rhode Island divorce?
Divorce is never easy, even in the most amicable situations. Allegations of infidelity can add an extra layer of turmoil. In Rhode Island, adultery can have potential implications on property and financial matters during a divorce. While the state follows equitable...
How do you divide international assets in Rhode Island divorces?
Divorce is a challenging journey, and when it involves assets spread across the globe, the process becomes even more intricate. Picture this: You have built a life together, investing in a vacation home in Italy, maintaining a Swiss bank account or perhaps owning...
New Rhode Island law considers best interests of pets in divorce
This year, Rhode Island became one of a growing number of states that are directing courts to treat companion animals as something more than property when determining their future after divorce. This is crucial for couples who aren’t able to work out a “custody”...
Why do couples need professional property valuation before divorce?
Couples preparing for divorce sometimes rush through the property division process. They compromise more than they should in some cases, leading to an unfair outcome. Their hopes of completing the process as quickly as possible or their desire to minimize costs can...